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Food and the Future: Literature that Imagines Culinary Possibilities in a Changing World

Description: This quiz will test your knowledge about the literature that imagines culinary possibilities in a changing world.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which novel by Kim Stanley Robinson explores the idea of a future where genetically modified crops are the norm?

  1. Aurora

  2. Red Mars

  3. The Years of Rice and Salt

  4. 2312


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

2312 is a science fiction novel by Kim Stanley Robinson that explores the idea of a future where genetically modified crops are the norm.

In Margaret Atwood's novel "Oryx and Crake", what is the name of the genetically modified pig that becomes a symbol of the new world?

  1. Pigoon

  2. Pigasus

  3. Piglet

  4. Pigzilla


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pigoon is the name of the genetically modified pig that becomes a symbol of the new world in Margaret Atwood's novel "Oryx and Crake".

Which of the following is a central theme in Paolo Bacigalupi's novel "The Windup Girl"?

  1. The importance of preserving biodiversity

  2. The dangers of genetic engineering

  3. The struggle for survival in a post-apocalyptic world

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are central themes in Paolo Bacigalupi's novel "The Windup Girl".

In Neal Stephenson's novel "Snow Crash", what is the name of the virtual reality game where people can experience different culinary delights?

  1. The Black Sun

  2. The Metaverse

  3. The Nexus

  4. The Grid


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Black Sun is the name of the virtual reality game where people can experience different culinary delights in Neal Stephenson's novel "Snow Crash".

Which of the following is NOT a type of genetically modified food that is featured in the novel "Altered Carbon" by Richard K. Morgan?

  1. Glow-in-the-dark sushi

  2. Flying pizza

  3. Self-healing steak

  4. Talking tacos


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Talking tacos are not a type of genetically modified food that is featured in the novel "Altered Carbon" by Richard K. Morgan.

In China Miéville's novel "The City & the City", what is the name of the city where people can only eat food that is grown within its walls?

  1. Besźel

  2. Ul Qoma

  3. New Crobuzon

  4. Perdido Street Station


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Besźel is the name of the city where people can only eat food that is grown within its walls in China Miéville's novel "The City & the City".

Which of the following is a genetically modified fruit that is featured in the novel "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins?

  1. Nightlock berries

  2. Jabberjays

  3. Tracker jackers

  4. Mutts


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nightlock berries are a genetically modified fruit that is featured in the novel "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins.

In Jeff VanderMeer's novel "Annihilation", what is the name of the mysterious force that is causing plants and animals to mutate?

  1. The Shimmer

  2. The Area X

  3. The Crawler

  4. The Hunter


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Shimmer is the name of the mysterious force that is causing plants and animals to mutate in Jeff VanderMeer's novel "Annihilation".

Which of the following is a genetically modified animal that is featured in the novel "Oryx and Crake" by Margaret Atwood?

  1. Pigoons

  2. Chickensaurus

  3. Moas

  4. Dodo birds


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Chickensaurus is a genetically modified animal that is featured in the novel "Oryx and Crake" by Margaret Atwood.

In Paolo Bacigalupi's novel "The Windup Girl", what is the name of the genetically modified plant that is resistant to pests and diseases?

  1. The Windup Girl

  2. The Watercress

  3. The Rice

  4. The Corn


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Windup Girl is the name of the genetically modified plant that is resistant to pests and diseases in Paolo Bacigalupi's novel "The Windup Girl".

Which of the following is a genetically modified food that is featured in the novel "Snow Crash" by Neal Stephenson?

  1. Glow-in-the-dark sushi

  2. Flying pizza

  3. Self-healing steak

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are genetically modified foods that are featured in the novel "Snow Crash" by Neal Stephenson.

In China Miéville's novel "The City & the City", what is the name of the city where people can only eat food that is imported from other countries?

  1. Besźel

  2. Ul Qoma

  3. New Crobuzon

  4. Perdido Street Station


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Ul Qoma is the name of the city where people can only eat food that is imported from other countries in China Miéville's novel "The City & the City".

Which of the following is a genetically modified animal that is featured in the novel "Altered Carbon" by Richard K. Morgan?

  1. Glow-in-the-dark cats

  2. Flying dogs

  3. Self-healing horses

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are genetically modified animals that are featured in the novel "Altered Carbon" by Richard K. Morgan.

In Jeff VanderMeer's novel "Annihilation", what is the name of the team of scientists who are sent to investigate the mysterious force that is causing plants and animals to mutate?

  1. The Southern Reach

  2. The Area X

  3. The Crawler

  4. The Hunter


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Southern Reach is the name of the team of scientists who are sent to investigate the mysterious force that is causing plants and animals to mutate in Jeff VanderMeer's novel "Annihilation".

Which of the following is a genetically modified plant that is featured in the novel "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins?

  1. Nightlock berries

  2. Jabberjays

  3. Tracker jackers

  4. Mutts


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Nightlock berries are a genetically modified plant that is featured in the novel "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins.

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